Digital Government
GSA starts first federal blog on Tumblr platform
The General Services Administration is the first federal agency to create a blog on Tumblr, a popular site for blogging and "re-blogging."
Acquisition
GSA to change Alliant past-performance review policy
The General Services Administration hasn't reviewed contractors' performances on work done through the agency's major IT governmentwide contract, as required and they had planned, IG says.
Digital Government
Federal Coach: Obama asks federal employees for their suggestions on government efficiency
"What do you think?" It’s a simple question, but one that federal managers routinely should be asking of their employees if they want an engaged workforce.
Digital Government
Feds in the dark about government shutdown
Feds say they haven't been informed what would happen to them if the government shuts down.
Digital Government
White House push to help technology startups gets mixed reviews
Companies say agencies have granted few waivers to complex acquisition rules that stymie entrepreneurial developers.
Digital Government
Defense passes on Web-only traumatic brain injury tests
Department opts for tools that can work in disconnected combat environments.
People
Shutdown Watch: Agencies consider furloughs; Obama to meet with lawmakers
Some agencies could furlough employees without a shutdown; Obama to try to broker budget deal; and other shutdown news.
Digital Government